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Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.


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Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


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    The University of Sydney

    Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Distributed Computing, Security Engineering, Network Security, Scalability, Interoperability, Cryptography, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

    4.5
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Test Case, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

    4.6
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    17K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Quantitative Model Checking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Markov Model, Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, LangChain, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, LLM Application, Computer Vision, Generative AI, Responsible AI, IBM Cloud, Data Import/Export, AI Workflows, Python Programming, Engineering Software, Machine Learning, Data Science

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    79K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Python Programming, Cybersecurity, Scripting, Programming Principles, IT Automation, Algorithms, Automation, Computer Programming, File Management, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Quantitative Formal Modeling and Worst-Case Performance Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Graph Theory, Technical Documentation, Model Evaluation, Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    13K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, SQL

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    62K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Formal Languages and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Computer Science, Formal Learning, Software Engineering, Program Development, Data Science, Analysis, Debugging, Technical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Development Environment

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    97K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Web Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Back-End Web Development, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), SQL, Database Design, Databases, Front-End Web Development, Database Administration, Unit Testing, MySQL, Web Development, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Communication

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Diagram Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems: The University of Sydney
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • Quantitative Model Checking: 28DIGITAL
  • IBM AI Developer: IBM
  • Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python: Google
  • Quantitative Formal Modeling and Worst-Case Performance Analysis: 28DIGITAL
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Google Cybersecurity: Google
  • Formal Languages and Applications: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Python Data Structures: University of Michigan

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